Thursday, February 21, 2008

We're now in full demolition mode for our extension/renovation. Everything is coated in a fine layer of grit. I am happily accepting the dust and discomfort for it means PROGRESS. After 3 years of squeezing into a completely cute but inadequate home, we are growing it to suit. It is very very exciting. This pic was taken partway through the removal of the bathroom which has now completely disappeared. Fingers crossed the fine weather holds for our midnight trots to the outdoor loo!!

Thursday, February 14, 2008

A few posts ago I put up a picture of the patchwork quilt I am making for my daughter. I have now tacked it together as the layout pictured. Now I need to start sewing but I am really nervous about making a mistake. This is my first attempt at a quilt and I think the fabric is so beautiful I might ruin the whole project by starting it. I know I need to just dive in and go for it. Should I set a deadline for myself? How best to push past this feeling. It's complete and utter fear of failure, which I think is so pathetic of me to let it stop me. It's a patchwork quilt for goodness' sake!!! And this is the room it's to go in...

Tuesday, February 12, 2008

This year I've realised a long held dream...a market stall! The first day was fantastic. It was a real thrill and a truly positive experience. The response to my bags and artwork was wonderful. Now I'm wondering why I waited so long. It has opened up a whole new creative phase which is a by-product I hadn't expected. I am truly inspired with ideas jumping all around in my brain. There simply aren't enough hours in a day at the moment.

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Hi! I'm Susie. - A working gal who loves to day-dream. At heart, I'm a gypsy - passionate about exploring and having new adventures, but, at the same time, having to hold down a day job. I'd love to opt out of the working treadmill, and live a wild and exciting life, but haven't figured out how to balance that with my current responsibilities. So for now I imagine, read, cook, laugh and create as much as possible and make every day as wild and exciting as possible :) Well at least I try to! Somedays the robot in me forgets to press the sense of humour button but hey, I'm a constant work-in-progress... Hope you enjoy my ramblings and thank you for dropping by xo